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Chiller Theatre - Staff Report
Categories: ReportSend feedback » •I decided to change my weekend plans at the last minute and head out to the Chiller Theatre Expo in Parsippany, NJ on Friday, April 16. I’ve never been to the show on a Friday night before, but from previous con experience, I figured lines would be relatively short. I was surprised that so many people showed up, and happily paid the $5 extra for “pre-show” entrance at 5:30. Since most guests were already signing, it was worth staying out of the rain and avoiding most of the longer lines.
First, I made a beeline for the Rita Moreno line, as it was the longest and I wanted to make sure I was able to meet “Anita” from West Side Story. Rita was very nice and signed my West Side Story poster and posed for a photo. I also headed out to the Italian Invasion room and got Geretta Giancarlo to sign my Demons poster, and got Carl Yorke and Francesca Ciardi to sign my Cannibal Holocaust poster. Unfortunately, Robert Kerman didn’t show up on Friday, and I was told he would be there Saturday.Photo of me with Rita Moreno and Geretta Giancarlo
West Side Story poster signed by Rita Moreno
Demons poster signed by Geretta Giancarlo, Lamberto Bava, Dario Argento, and Sergio Stivaletti
Cannibal Holocaust poster signed by Carl Yorke, Francesca Cialdi, and Ruggero Deodato
Next, I headed back into the main signing area, where I met Kristen Bauer (Pam of True Blood) and Frank Vincent (The Sopranos, Goodfellas). I had Bauer sign my True Blood poster (already signed by John Billingsley) and a bottle of True Blood, and had Vincent sign a bobble head doll he was selling at his table. Both were very friendly.
Photo of me with Frank Vincent and Kristen Bauer
True Blood poster signed by Kristen Bauer and John Billingsley
Bottle of True Blood signed by Kristen Bauer
Frank Vincent bobble head
Signed bobble head
All in all, I had a great time at this show, and aside from the Robert Kerman no-show, I accomplished everything I set out to do. This Chiller was pretty universally criticized for having a weak lineup, and to an extent, I agree, but the guests I was able to meet far outweigh such issues.
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